By Michelle Perrett
Waddy, my favourite waiter of the week, served up sumptuous dinners to us every night while on the MSC Fantasia. The service staff, the majority of whom are from
Waddy (Pictured) said one of his Indonesian friends had jumped into the water to help save one of the passengers who was injured in the gangway fall. He was one of the four branded a hero by MSC. The latest good news is the man injured in the accident is recovering. 
The first price is not the last price in Bali. Learn the art of bargaining unless you are purchasing in a hotel shop or department store. Always ask for the best price and remember that your initial offer to counter the vendors rate should be lower than the price you want to pay.
Bali Humidity is high, from a minimum of 70% to a maximum of 95%.
Bali’s dry season occurs between April and October, with heat and humidity indexes still high. Monsoon season is between November and March with January and February being the wettest months.
Unquestionable the "Wallace Line" passes between Bali and Lombok islands and between Kalimantan and Sulawesi. In 1869 Alfred Wallace reasoned that there are Asian and Australian animals on either side of most of the Lombok Strait because Ice Age sea levels prevented animals crossing.
The currency in Bali is the Indonesian Rupiah. One American dollar equals 9,026.60 Rupiahs. Tipping: 10 % in restaurants, Rp 500 per bag for porters
Bali is a traditional Indonesian province famous for its sandy beaches, people and food. Read further and you will be able to know some very interesting facts almost this Island city limits in Indonesia.
Bali has suffered from volcanic activity and earthquakes. In 1830 a volcano erupted and devastated much of Bali and in 1917 a severe earthquake was followed by volcanic activity from Mount Batur. There were likewise volcanic eruptions in the exact 1960s.
• You must have a minimum of six months validity in your passport upon entry into Indonesia.
Dances and dramatic performances form an important belonging to every ritual on Bali. They are an integral a portion of Balinese religion and culture and are employed as an expression of the peoples devotian to the gods.
When in Bali remember that hands on hips is a sign of superiority or anger.
Money changers can be found throughout the island, in the hotels and along the streets. The best rates are on the road though there are some disreputable businesses. Some money changers charge a comission though you can easily avoid these if you hunt around while shopping. The best bet is exchanging currency at a bank.
Dances and dramatic performances form an important a section of every ritual on Bali. They are an integral a natural part of Balinese religion and culture and are employed as an expression of the peoples devotian to the gods.
Cremation is a very important event when a look at the dead person's soul is released.
• You must have a minimum of six months validity in your passport upon entry into Indonesia.
The top-rated Hindu-Balinese population has a belief in reincarnation. Babies up to six weeks old are treated with reverence as they are thought to have to the soul of a reincarnated ancestor.
• You must retain the white immigration card (obtained upon entry) for surrender upon departure.
When in Bali, blowing your nose in public is likely to gross everyone out within hearing distance.